Research cyber-schools. Cyber-schools vary based on the type of school. Determine the teaching method -- whether the school offers a self-paced experience or an asynchronous environment, in which the student must be online at the same time as the teacher. Find out whether the schools provide ninth-graders opportunities for in-person extracurricular activities and field trips, in which your teen has the opportunity to socialize with other students. Research whether or not the school is accredited. Finally, research the cost and type of materials offered. Some cyber-schools use various learning aids like books, multimedia presentations, microscopes, laptop computers and other items.
Choose a cyber-school based on its ability to fit your teen's needs and your family's values. For example, a ninth-grader who requires a structured learning environment probably requires asynchronous learning. If your family prefers religious study as part of the coursework, you should choose a faith-based cyber-school or if your family prefers secular instruction, you should choose a school with a nonreligious orientation.
Schedule an interview session. Some cyber-schools require that families attend an in-person interview or an orientation. Attend the session at your scheduled time. At the interview, you may be required to provide your child's transcript through the eighth grade, a birth certificate, proof of residence and special education records if your child received special education services in the past. You may be given an enrollment application during the interview.
Enroll your child in cyber-school classes. Schedule ninth-grade classes by visiting the school's website and selecting courses, or verify courses if a school representative completes class registration for you. Ninth-graders usually take math, English, social studies, science class and elective classes. Course titles vary according to the state and school requirements.
Have your teen attend classes online. If she is taking asynchronous classes, she should log in to the class on the day and time listed in her class schedule, which is usually provided by the school once a student is admitted. Students who are enrolled in a self-paced curriculum should begin coursework following the school's instructions.